Former Big Brother Naija “Shine Ya Eye” housemate Tega Dominic has strongly advised against encouraging close friends or family to participate in the reality show, citing her own mental health struggles after leaving the house.
In a candid interview with Draft Africa, Dominic opened up about the psychological toll of her 2021 BBNaija experience. “I will not tell anyone close to me to go for Big Brother,” she stated firmly. “If you’re not mentally strong, don’t go for Big Brother.”
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She revealed that fame and public scrutiny triggered severe social anxiety. “After Big Brother I used to have anxiety. It became worse. I had social anxiety… like I can’t go to spaces if I’m alone. I can give you hugs, but I can’t receive hugs,” Dominic explained while gesturing expressively in the clip.
The mother and entrepreneur, who gained massive and often controversial attention during the show alongside her memorable pairing with Boma, described how the sudden shift from normal life to intense public judgment affected her emotionally and mentally. She emphasized the importance of mental resilience for anyone considering the platform.
Dominic has since rebuilt her life through business ventures and content creation. However, she is currently the secretary of the Actors Guild of Nigeria.
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